Oscar hosts through the years

After hosting the 2016 Emmys, Jimmy Kimmel will make his debut as host of the 2017 Academy Awards. In addition to his previous awards show experience, Kimmel has hosted the annual "Jimmy Kimmel Live: After the Oscars" special for years.

After hosting the 2016 Emmys, Jimmy Kimmel will make his debut as host of the 2017 Academy Awards. In addition to his previous awards show experience, Kimmel has hosted the annual "Jimmy Kimmel Live: After the Oscars" special for years.